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PA55 HAJ

2012 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,144 mi
Last recorded61,144 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton68,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPA55 HAJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2025 61,144 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 59,928 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 56,311 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 55,209 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 54,088 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 49,893 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 45,783 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 42,876 miles

both front tyres slightly worn on edges of tyre treads

Pass 22 May 2015 33,085 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Phaeton?

Based on 29,406 MOT tests across 2,246 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
7,146
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,246
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 641
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 514
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 316
Headlamp aim too high 207
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 207
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PA55 HAJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 68,140 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Phaeton fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 641 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PA55 HAJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Phaeton typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PA55 HAJ?

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What year was PA55 HAJ registered?

PA55 HAJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 28 May 2012.

Is PA55 HAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PA55 HAJ shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PA55 HAJ have outstanding finance?

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